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CPSCRecalled Jul 1, 2009 · #09747

Tabletop Rope Cutters Recalled by MarineTech Products Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard

The recalled rope cutters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

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Description

The recalled tabletop rope cutters are used for cutting and cauterizing rope. This recall includes MarineTech part number 75-7070 and West Marine part number 559419. The Marine Tech part number is located on the side of the rope cutter. "Panther" is printed on the rope cutter.

Product details

Product
Tabletop Rope Cutters
Type
Tools Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
MarineTech Products Inc., of White Bear Lake, Minn.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
West Marine stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2009 for about $100.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the rope cutters and contact MarineTech to receive a free replacement rope cutter. MarineTech is directly contacting purchasers of this product.

View the official CPSC notice